Find out how popular the last name Hofileña is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Hofileña.

Hofileña, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Hofileña surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hofileña in America

Hofileña is the 118185th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hofileña surname appeared 147 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Hofileña.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hofileña to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Hofileña

The surname Hofilena has its origins in the Philippines, dating back to the late 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Visayan language, spoken by the indigenous people of the central Philippine islands. The name may have its roots in the word "hofi," which means "to be present" or "to attend," and "lena," which is a term of endearment.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hofilena can be found in the Spanish colonial records from the late 1500s. These documents mention a prominent family in the town of Cebu, with the patriarch bearing the name Hofilena. This suggests that the name may have originated in the Visayan region of the Philippines.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Juan Hofilena was mentioned in the chronicles of the Spanish missionaries who were active in the Philippines at the time. Juan Hofilena was a local chieftain who played a significant role in the conversion of his tribe to Catholicism. His legacy is still celebrated in the town where he lived, with a monument erected in his honor.

During the 19th century, the Hofilena family rose to prominence in the central Visayan region. One notable member was Pedro Hofilena (1820-1892), a successful businessman and landowner who was actively involved in local politics. His son, Francisco Hofilena (1850-1925), followed in his footsteps and became a respected community leader.

Another prominent figure with the surname Hofilena was Maria Hofilena (1875-1948), a pioneering educator who established one of the first schools for girls in the Visayan region. Her dedication to education and women's empowerment left a lasting impact on the local community.

In the early 20th century, the Hofilena family continued to play a significant role in the social and economic development of the central Philippines. One notable member was Jose Hofilena (1890-1962), a successful businessman and philanthropist who supported various charitable causes in his hometown.

While the surname Hofilena is predominantly found in the Philippines, it has also been carried by individuals who have migrated to other parts of the world. However, the name's rich history and cultural significance remain deeply rooted in the Visayan region of the Philippines, where it has been a part of the local heritage for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hofileña

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Hofileña.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Hofileña was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Hofileña has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Hofileña was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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